Two Phd Positions In Quantum Communications

30 Oct 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company

Cyprus University of Technology

Department

Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Informatics

Research Field

Engineering » Communication engineering

Physics » Optics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Cyprus

Application Deadline

24 Nov 2023 - 23:59 (Asia/Nicosia)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Digital Europe

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Description: Quantum key distribution (QKD) is the only technology that can provide unconditional security in communications. For this reason, the EU has requested, through the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI) initiative, from all EU member states to implement local quantum networks. In Cyprus, this will be implemented through the Cyprus Quantum Communication Infrastructure (CYQCI), to which the specific positions belong. For more information on the project, you can follow the website: https: // cyqci.eu/index.html.

The aim of the research will focus on the following:

The development of a prototype optical fiber-based QKD system

The implementation of national QKD links

The development of simulation codes for QKD systems

Therefore, the research will include extensive work with optical fibers, lasers and electronics. Applicants should have:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a recognized University in the relevant subjects (Physics/ Electronic or Computing Engineering)

Experience with research projects from national and/or European funds will be considered an advantage

Organizational skills

Excellent knowledge of the English Language

Knowledge of Python or other programming languages would be a plus.

Experience in conducting research related to the subject will be considered an advantage

The research activity will include:

Development and deployment of new software-defined network control for quantum networks.

Analysis, implementation, and contribution to published standards related to quantum key distribution network orchestration and control interfaces.

Development of application-level software to implement cryptographic functions based on quantum cryptography.

Writing detailed documentation to describe the developed software.

Working closely with the rest of the team and demonstrating effective communication with other colleagues.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Funding: The successful candidate will be employed as a Postgraduate Associate in the Photonics and Optical Sensors research laboratory (PhOSLab) Offer competitive financial support with exact salary level to be determined at interview. Tuition will be covered according to performance per semester

Duration: 36 months

Start: January 1, 2024

For more information, please contact the Research Advisor: Kyriacos Kalli, Professor, ([email protected])

Information about submitting your application: https: // www. cut.ac.cy/studies/phd/Submission+of+application/?languageId=1 Link to the official website:https: // www. cut.ac.cy/studies/phd/phd- posts/eei-pg/

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Additional Information Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

Cyprus University of Technology

Country

Cyprus

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https: // www. cut.ac.cy/studies/phd/Submission+of+application/?languageId=1

Contact

State/Province

Limassol

City

Limassol

Website

https: // www. cut.ac.cy/faculties/fet/eecei/?languageId=1

Street

Saripolou 33, Dept of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Informatics

Postal Code

3036

STATUS: EXPIRED